Some applicants, like Carlo Toney, have been out of work for months. He say he has experience in catering, and he says he will take anything available to get started.

"Mostly working in like deli's and stuff like that, making ice cream, smoothies -- anything right now and I have experience doing that," Toney said.

Others like Adrian Jones, say they want to better their careers.

"I have a degree in marketing from Georgia State University and I am looking for management experience and that's why I am here," she said. "I am currently working with a nonprofit organization but now I want to expand my career."

Venus Yarls says she already works overnight in healthcare, but needs a day job so she can look after her children.

"I have three kids and I am exhausted. They go to school and I get a few hours sleep, then they come back, and I get them off the bus," she said. "I am trying to work in the daytime."

Applicants can expect long lines and a long wait. It's important for applicants to do a little homework before heading to the job fair.

Knowing the companies that are doing the interviewing and what they're looking for is important and helpful.